Data Engineer, Sr. - WFH
About the Company
An established organization is modernizing its enterprise data infrastructure, with a focus on improving data architecture, governance, and scalability. As part of this transformation, the organization is moving from Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric to build a more modern enterprise data environment.
About the Role
The organization is seeking a Senior Data Engineer (Microsoft Fabric / Azure) to lead key data modernization initiatives, including the migration from Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric. This is a hands-on technical role for an experienced engineer who can make architectural decisions, develop scalable data solutions, and take ownership of complex data platform projects. You will work closely with IT leadership and business stakeholders to establish data architecture standards, strengthen governance, and improve the performance and reliability of enterprise data pipelines. The role also includes mentoring junior engineers and helping shape the organization's long-term data strategy.
Key Responsibilities
Lead key components of the migration from Azure Synapse to Microsoft Fabric, taking ownership of architecture, design, and implementation decisions. Design, develop, and manage Microsoft Fabric environments, including Lakehouses, Warehouses, Notebooks, and Data Pipelines. Establish data governance, cataloging, and architecture standards to improve data quality, consistency, and accessibility. Build and optimize scalable data pipelines using SQL, Python, and Azure data technologies. Support integrations across enterprise platforms, including ERP, HRIS, financial, and asset management systems. Work with IT leadership and business stakeholders to define technical requirements and establish data architecture best practices. Troubleshoot existing data pipelines and identify opportunities to improve performance and scalability. Mentor junior data engineers and provide technical guidance on Microsoft Fabric and data migration methodologies. Required Qualifications 5–8 years of experience in data engineering, ideally with ownership of complex data platform initiatives. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, including workspace architecture, Lakehouses, Warehouses, and Pipelines. Demonstrated experience migrating workloads from Azure Synapse and Azure Data Factory to Microsoft Fabric. Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python. Experience designing and implementing data governance, cataloging, and data architecture frameworks. Proven ability to lead data platform migrations from initial planning through implementation. An applicable Microsoft Certified: Associate certification is required. Location and Work Arrangement Remote position. Full-time employment. Why Consider This Opportunity? Take ownership of significant data platform modernization initiatives and contribute to architectural decisions. Work extensively with Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Python, and enterprise data architecture. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers. Help establish the foundation for a modern enterprise data ecosystem. Contribute to technology modernization within an established organization.